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NU53 UDJ

2003 Suzuki Jimny

Silver Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,165 mi
Last recorded56,165 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Suzuki Jimny57,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU53 UDJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 56,165 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded centre (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded centre (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 49,786 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

engine mil on

Fail 19 Jun 2015 49,780 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

engine mil on

Fail 1 Jun 2015 49,503 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML Light illuminated

Fuel pipe/s corroded

underbody covered in dirt

Fail 9 Jul 2014 37,099 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

ecu light on

light cracking on o/s rear tyre

Pass 9 Jul 2014 37,099 miles

ecu light on

light cracking on o/s rear tyre

Pass 8 Jul 2013 24,368 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

ns/front axle swivel joint slight oil leak

Fail 8 Jul 2013 24,368 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

ns/front axle swivel joint slight oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2012 21,314 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

tow ball partially obscuring number plate

unable to check rear seatbelts and seats due to dog guard being fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2011 17,575 miles

brake pipe from nearside rear wheel cylinder to offside rear wheel cylinder slightly corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2010 13,389 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 10,154 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 26,822 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 3,982 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Jimny?

Based on 677,512 MOT tests across 43,507 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
3,858
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
43,507
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,210
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,055
position lamp(s) not working 6,970
Axle swivel joint has excessive play 5,518
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NU53 UDJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny in Silver with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 57,891 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Jimny fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 18,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NU53 UDJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Jimny typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NU53 UDJ registered?

NU53 UDJ is a 2003 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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